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  The contents of Zamberg.com education section provides only general concepts of hygiene and product usage and should not in any event be considered as specific medical recommendation for self-treatment. The information is being provided only as reference and in no way should be taken as instructions for self-diagnosis or treatment or as a substitute for a licensed physician's proper medical advice, diagnosis and/or treatment. Customers should always consult a physician or another licensed medical practitioner for specific treatment instructions and before beginning using any treatment or hygiene regimen. If at any time customers have any treatment questions or experience any discomfort or pain with their personal hygiene practices we recommend that they consult a physician for assessment and treatment.




Often implements are the tools that most people pay little attention to, but which are in fact very helpful and necessary, made specifically for their particular tasks in the hygiene routine and are designed to make those tasks quicker, easier and safer. For convenience and according to their specialization & use implements are often combined into one instrument.

The most common implements are:

Cuticle Pushers
Nail Cleaners
Nail Scrapers
Cuticle Knives
Care & Cleaning
 


CUTICLE PUSHERS

Cuticle pusher is the tool (an implement) used to push back the growth of the cuticles and skin of the nail bed to prevent painful hangnails, keep your nails and cuticles healthy and neat. While preventing overgrowth of the cuticle regular pushing back of the cuticles also cleans out the nail bed of the dead skin and dirt. In a pinch a cuticle pusher could also be used to clean out the dirt under the nails as well.

Cuticles play a very important role for the health of our fingers and nails, as they serve as the barrier that protects the gap between the finger's skin and the nail from dirt and infections. However if you don't take proper care of cuticle they become dry, fragile and easily damage, which, besides causing pain and discomfort, could create a tear that would let the dirt and bacteria get under the skin. That is why it is important to incorporate the easy and quick cuticle grooming tasks into your hygiene routine.

On regular basis and during a manicure holding a cuticle pusher or an orange stick at an angle gently push the cuticles back into the bed of the nail. Any pieces of dead skin or hangnails that remain should be carefully trimmed away. Make sure not to cut off any cuticle because cutting too deep on the side will damage the skin. The consequence of cutting off too much strips of skin starts breaking off above the finger and cause painful rips.

Read more in the article on Cuticle Care at Zamberg.com.

Samples of Cuticle Pushers:
Gold Plated Cuticle Pusher by Niegeloh, Germany
Gold Plated Cuticle Pusher by Niegeloh, Germany
byNiegeloh
Solingen, Germany
Top Quality Cuticle Pusher & Nail Knife by Malteser, Germany
Top Quality Cuticle Pusher & Nail Knife by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
Top Quality Cuticle Pusher & Nail Knife by Malteser, Germany
Top Quality Cuticle Pusher & Nail Knife by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
Nickel Plated Cuticle Pusher with a White Handle by Malteser, Germany
Nickel Plated Cuticle Pusher with a White Handle by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
View our selection of the Cuticle Pushers.




NAIL CLEANERS

Nail Cleaner as it name suggests is a tool for cleaning of dirt that gathers under the nails. Often the dirt is small and barely visible, but even so it is prudent to clean under your nails on regular basis, as not to let too much dirt gather and cause a tear or start an infection. The tip of the cleaner is inserted at the side of the nail between the nail and the skin and gently ran through the length of the nail, which way the dirt comes out on the other side or on the surface of the cleaner. Sometimes a number of such actions are needed to completely clean out the dirt gathered, remember to remove all of the dirt and disinfect the cleaner, so that in case of a cut or a tear you do not introduce more dirt with the instrument.

Though nail cleaners are polished and have a triangular shaped like some cuticle knives, unlike the knives they are not sharp and have a slightly rounded tip which allows them to clean under the nail without causing any cuts or damage by scraping the underside of the nail. Even though the cleaner is not sharp and safe, as with any tool if you exert too much force, you may still tear the skin under the nail or damage to the underside of the nail, so clean gently and carefully.

Read more in the article on Manicure and Pedicure Essentials as well as on Dos and Don'ts of Nail Care at Zamberg.com.

Samples of Nail Cleaners:
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner & Cuticle Pusher by Malteser, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner & Cuticle Pusher by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner by Malteser, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner by Niegeloh, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner by Niegeloh, Germany
byNiegeloh
Solingen, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner & Cuticle Pusher by Malteser, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Cleaner & Cuticle Pusher by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
View our selection of the Nail Cleaners.




NAIL SCRAPERS

Nail Scraper is a tool that is used to easily remove hardened dirt, solid keratin debris or tough parts of the nail. Though a scraper might not need to be used on regular basis, it is very useful in the initial removal of the nail tissue damaged by the fungal infection or other disorders. Unlike cuticles and dead skin, which even when dried is still somewhat flexible the nail itself and keratin debris are hard and their removal needs a bit more force and that is when a scraper could come in handy. With regular care and cleaning your nails should not need frequent use of the scrapers, but if hardened dirt is often present on your nails, an initial, light cleaning out of the dirt with a scraper could be just what you require. However, scrapers should not be used on healthy, live nail tissue, since it will cause the nail damage and distress by removing and breaking its layers. Remember to keep the scraping actions as light as possible, as not to damage nails and skin more.

Read more in the article on Dos and Don'ts of Nail Care at Zamberg.com.

Samples of Nail Scrapers:
Nail Knife & Scraper in Matte Finish by Malteser, Germany
Nail Knife & Scraper in Matte Finish by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
View selection of the Nail Scrapers.




CUTICLE KNIVES

Cuticle Knife is a tool with a fine, sharp blade that removes cuticle and dead skin that has been loosened after pushing the cuticles back. The cuticle knives come in two shapes, with a straight and with V-shaped blades. In a straight blade knife the cutting edge is the main portion of the tool that runs along the whole pointed surface of the knife. In the V-shaped blade knife the end of the tool has a curved in "V" shape with both edges serving as sharp blades and are just as sharp at the point of their connection.

To remove the loose cuticle and skin run the blade or the cutter of a cuticle knife along the nail bed firmly but gently, as to not cut the skin. Make sure that the knife you're using is sharp and clean, so that the cutting is done easily and without causing any damage to live skin. The choice between a straight or a V-shaped blade is a matter of personal preference and comfort. Make sure that the tool you choose rests comfortably in your hand, is easy for you to use, and is of high quality.

Clean, neat nails are not just a issue vanity, but are rather a matter of health and comfort. Cuticles play a very important role in protecting our fingers and nails from dirt and infections. As they grow and dry out cuticles themselves could cause damage to the skin on your fingers by breaking at the driest moment, or turning into a painful hangnail. Regular removal of the dead skin should be a regular task in your hygiene routine.

Samples of Cuticle Knifes:
Gold Plated Nail Knife by Niegeloh, Germany
Gold Plated Nail Knife by Niegeloh, Germany
byNiegeloh
Solingen, Germany
Stainless Steel Cuticle Trimmer by Alpen, Italy
Stainless Steel Cuticle Trimmer by Alpen, Italy
byAlpen
Premana, Italy
Nickel Plated Cuticle Trimmer with Protective Plastic Cap. Niegeloh, Germany
Nickel Plated Cuticle Trimmer with Protective Plastic Cap. Niegeloh, Germany
byNiegeloh
Solingen, Germany
Nickel Plated Cuticle Trimmer by Malteser, Germany
Nickel Plated Cuticle Trimmer by Malteser, Germany
byMalteser
Solingen, Germany
View selection of the Cuticle Knifes.




CARE & CLEANING

Though care and cleaning of your tools and the particular implement might change depending on the material you choose, here are some basic tips that should keep any instrument in good shape.
  • Don't soak your metal implements in detergents or in plain water.
  • Always disinfect all implements before and after each use
  • Always place a cap on (if available) or put the implements inside their case to protect the tips from impact and scratching.
  • Don't drop the implements as this could damage, scratch or dull the tips.


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